Image via Wikipedia
One of the strengths of interview research, and other qualitative methodologies, is that we can empirically study the significance of events to individuals. Quantitative research, often given greater prestige, can present valuable information about a large number of people and events, but is unable to formally address what these numbers mean. Thus, many important research questions are not addressed with sufficient depth or critical analysis.
Nursing research is one area where the meaning of events is clearly significant. A recent article in Clinical Nursing Research addresses the meanings that older adults attributed to the decision to relocate to a nursing home (Johnson et al 2010). The researchers explored whether the residents felt that the decision was theirs, and how much certain personality traits and personal abilities played a role in the decision.
Full Article
No comments:
Post a Comment